Prices are per square foot, so indicating "what does one cost" is a varible answer. Yes, they do have to be attached to the house. And they do require submission to Architectural Review. My research convinced me that aluminum is the best bet. My landscaper got me in the pergola mood and wanted to include one in my original design and had a top notch carpenter to do so, but I did not want to go with wood. The do it yourself, with a kit, is certainly a good option and it is my guess that having a contractor do that would double the price, plus cost of surface. Get on the internet and spend a few hours to become familar with what is out there before you contact anyone. It is always nice to be knowledgable of what it is you want and there are many many options. I probably saved 50 - 60 pictures of pergolas to my computer for later review and comparisons. I am actually surprised they are not more popular, especially since The Villages use them in their infrastructure around the property.
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